Bosworth Road Crew scoop Diana Award

EIGHT young people from Castle Donington have been presented with a prestigious national award for their commitment to reducing anti-social behaviour and tackling environmental issues in their village.

EIGHT young people from Castle Donington have been presented with a prestigious national award for their commitment to reducing anti-social behaviour and tackling environmental issues in their village.

The group, known as the Bosworth Road Crew, were presented with a ‘Diana Award,’ on Tuesday, June 23, at the full council meeting of North West Leicestershire District Council.

The Diana Award recognises the achievement of outstanding young people aged between 12 and 18 who make selfless contributions to their communities and invest a huge amount of energy and compassion into improving the lives of others.

Most recently, the group have successfully secured £6,000 for new play equipment in their area, bought safety torches for teenagers walking to and from the local youth club, launched a campaign and secured better street lighting on Spittal Lane in Castle Donington.

They also organise regular litter picks in the area and hold coffee morning’s for a group of elderly people which has helped to bridge the gap between the two generations.

Coun Trevor Pendleton said: “These young people from Castle Donington have proven their commitment and enthusiasm to improving the community in which they live.

“This award gives recognition to the work that they have done. They are role models for other young people and an asset to the district.”

The Diana Certificate of Excellence Award is a scheme administered by the Memorial Committee that was founded in 1999 to ensure that the memory of Diana, Princess of Wales is commemorated in a way that is of lasting benefit to society.

Insp Chris Brown, commander of North West Leicestershire police, said: “All too often we hear negative things about young people but there are many teenagers who commit a great deal of their own time to help others.

“They are passionate about where they live, they give up a lot of their own time to help others and are changing the perception of the Bosworth Road estate.”